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State Executive

Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Political Science

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4 Topics · Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science

Topics in State Executive

1

Governor: Appointment and Qualifications

  • The Governor is appointed by the President of India on the advice of the Union Council of Ministers.
  • The Governor is not elected; this ensures neutrality and avoids conflict with the Chief Minister.
  • Two main qualifications for Governor: must be an Indian citizen and at least 35 years old.
2

Powers and Functions of the Governor

  • Executive Powers: All state actions are taken in the Governor’s name; appoints Chief Minister, ministers, Advocate General, and state election commissioner.
  • Legislative Powers: Can summon, prorogue, and dissolve the state legislature; addresses the first session after elections; recommends money bills.
  • Financial Powers: Ensures the state budget is presented; no money bill can be introduced without his recommendation; can advance funds from the Contingency Fund.
3

Chief Minister and Council of Ministers

  • The Chief Minister is the real executive head of the state, appointed by the Governor.
  • Usually, the leader of the majority party in the Legislative Assembly becomes the Chief Minister.
  • In case of a hung assembly, the Governor uses discretion to appoint the most likely candidate to form a government.
4

Relationship Between Governor and Chief Minister

  • The Governor acts on the advice of the Council of Ministers headed by the Chief Minister in normal times.
  • Article 163: Council of Ministers aids and advises the Governor, except when discretion is required.
  • Article 167: Chief Minister must communicate all cabinet decisions and provide information when asked by the Governor.

Key Concepts

Central concept: State Executive

GovernorChief MinisterCouncil of MinistersAdvocate General of the StateCivil ServantsDiscretionary Powers of GovernorRelationship between Governor and Chief Minister

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State Executive covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in State Executive — Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science?
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